Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpestris
ID:
89440

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 105(3): 650 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088769



Common Names

  • Alpestris Minasia
  • Minasia Minasia
  • Minasia Alpestris


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia alpestris alpestris [unknown]
  • Vernonia alpestris (Gardner) Baker [unknown]
  • Chresta alpestris Gardner [unknown]
  • Cacalia alpestris (Gardner) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Minasia alpestris (also called Alpine minasia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It has white flowers and grows in dry, sunny habitats. It is found in the mountains of the Apennines and the Alps.

Uses & Benefits

Minasia alpestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Minasia alpestris is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Minasia alpestris is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in spring or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Minasia alpestris

Minasia alpestris is found in the mountains of the Himalayas.

Minasia alpestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Minasia alpestris?

Minasia alpestris

What is the common name of Minasia alpestris?

Alpine Minasia

Where is Minasia alpestris native to?

Europe and Asia

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-451: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.